ESL Instructor

General Description

The ESL Instructor will assist adults in acquiring the necessary academic prerequisites to access further post‑secondary education and skill training opportunities, or employment and workplace training opportunities; increasing educational levels for purposes of self‑improvement; learning and developing living and social skills; and acquiring and developing English language skills.

This appointment is contingent upon availability of grant or contract funds. If the funds from the grant or contract that provide funding for this appointment are no longer available, this appointment may be terminated without cause upon written notice to the employee.

Reports To: ESL Coordinator

Minimum Education /

Experience:

Oklahoma Teacher’s Certification or Masters Degree.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and web‑based technology to enhance classroom instruction.

• Knowledge of the characteristics of ESL students.
• Knowledge of successful ESL teaching strategies for adults.
• Knowledge of administering a standardized test for adults and how to use this instrument effectively with adult students.
• Knowledge of adult educational materials available for use in ESL classes.
• Knowledge of planning and implementing an individualized career or academic pathway for the adult learner.
• Knowledge of teaching a multi‑level class of adults.
• Knowledge of teaching language acquisition skills to various levels of adults whose primary language is not English.

General

Physical Requirements:

Light work:
The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Physical

Activities:

The position requires frequent communication, listening, and accurate information exchange with students, faculty, staff, and others. It also requires frequent movement in the classroom, operating computers and other office/classroom equipment, and using mobile devices to prepare instructional documents, respond to email, and perform other essential functions.

Visual Acuity: The position requires the ability to judge, observe, and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work, or make general observations.

Working Conditions: The position performs essential functions in an indoor classroom or office setting.

Experience teaching ESL in an adult education program.

• Teach integrated ESL and how it relates to the adult’s role as a worker, parent, and citizen.
• Provide successful teaching strategies and appropriate accommodations for adults with learning disabilities and special learning needs.
• Develop ESL lesson plans for adults based on their educational needs and goals and keep them available onsite.
• Teach a multi‑level class of adults.
• Use online platforms and PowerPoint in the classroom for instructional purposes.
• Serve people in the community, including those adults who have low incomes or minimal literacy skills.
• Make learning student‑centered and relevant to the individual student’s goals.
• Engage in active adult ESL teaching strategies which emphasize problem‑solving skills and relate learning to the student’s prior experiences and knowledge.
• Provide an accessible and barrier‑free environment.
• Provide learning in real‑life contexts to ensure that an individual has the skills needed to compete in the workplace and exercise the rights and responsibilities of a citizen and a parent.
• Complete 15 hours of professional development.

• Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures.
• Contribute to a safe educational and working environment.
• Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.
• Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC’s established safety and health procedures and practices.
• Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation and shelter‑in‑place drills and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.